Best shopping spots in London 2023

There are plenty of places to secure statement accessories, wardrobe basics and unique outfits in the buzzing streets of London.

Iconic tourist hotspots in famous central locations and lesser-known cobbled streets – often hidden in plain sight – alike boast luxury flagship stores, high street chains and quirky independent boutiques. And then there’s the British capital’s expansive pop-up markets with stalls that cater to both cutting-edge style-seekers and foodies looking to sample the latest street food trend…

Dynamic hubs from west to east are the perfect place to restock, score on second-hand goods and get familiar with some of the new retailers on the block. In London, you’re never too far from the best of charming British brands and global lifestyle shopping.

From window shopping watches on Bond Street to spending Sundays with shrubs on Columbia Road, here are the 14 best spots to inspire your next day of retail therapy in the capital.

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Westfield, White City

Best for: High street chains

A day at Westfield shopping centre is synonymous with serious shopping hauls, lively food courts and ultimately exhaustion if calls to over 350 retailers are any indication. London is home to two of the retail giants, with Westfield Stratford City in the east and Westfield London in Shepherd’s Bush to the west. The latter is the largest urban shopping centre in Europe, making it first choice for fashionable visitors looking to shop until they drop. From built-in department stores to high street chains such as H&M and Mango, spend a day or three navigating the busy shops. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a Westfield without the staple “Village” row of high-end designers, champagne and caviar bars for those who have cash to splash.

Where to stay

K West boutique hotel offers chic rooms, award-winning spa treatments and a restaurant serving contemporary cuisine. Westfield London is just a five-minute walk away.